Hi,

I need help preparing the final assessment for my MBA module Information Management (MRKC7004 University of Cumbria / Robert Kennedy College).

This assessment must be written at a strong postgraduate (MBA) level with clear academic research, critical analysis, and proper Harvard referencing.

The final assessment consists of TWO deliverables:

1) Recorded presentation (10 minutes) 50% of the final mark

2) Written report (1000 words) 50% of the final mark

The topic of the assignment is:

Critical evaluation of the effectiveness of Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) in an organisation.

The analysis must include technologies such as cloud services, AI, and digital systems used in organisations.

The organisation should remain anonymous.

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ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

The organisation should be described as a medium-sized industrial company operating in the oil and gas supply chain in Saudi Arabia.

ABOUT MY ROLE

My role is in Bid Management and Sales Coordination.

Responsibilities include:

coordinating departments during the bid process preparing proposals and tender submissions managing communication between sales, engineering, and management supporting quotation and pricing activities handling RFQs and client documentation ensuring proposal submissions meet client requirements

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SYSTEMS USED IN THE ORGANISATION

The organisation uses several digital systems including:

SAP for sales processes and information management Email communication for internal coordination and external client communication Shared digital folders for proposal and bid documentation Microsoft Office tools for preparing quotations and reports

These systems support collaboration between departments involved in the bidding and sales processes.

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PART 1 PRESENTATION (10 MINUTES)

The presentation must critically evaluate the role of IS and IT in the organisation and address the following:

1. Introduction importance of Information Systems in modern organisations

2. Organisation overview and my role

3. Analysis of how IS/IT supports decision-making within the organisation

(examples such as use of SAP data, proposal preparation, pricing decisions)

4. Evaluation of how IS/IT supports staff development in the organisation

(knowledge sharing, collaboration, digital tools)

5. Evaluation of the effectiveness of IS/IT in organisational communication

(email communication, shared documents, coordination between departments)

6. Critical evaluation of the current state of information security in the organisation using frameworks or models from academic literature

This should include:

data privacy

information governance

cybersecurity risks

roles and responsibilities of senior management

7. Identification of challenges or limitations in the current IS/IT systems

8. Conclusion

Presentation requirements:

Maximum around 10 slides

Include tables, charts, or diagrams where appropriate Avoid long paragraphs on slides Use visual elements to present information clearly Demonstrate critical thinking rather than simple description Use Harvard referencing for any external sources

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PART 2 WRITTEN REPORT (1000 WORDS)

The written report should build on the analysis from the presentation and focus on practical recommendations.

Structure:

1. Introduction role of information systems in organisational performance

2. Evaluation of the current IS/IT systems used in the organisation

3. Key challenges identified in the analysis

4. Recommendations for improvement focusing on:

decision-making processes

organisational communication

staff development

information security and governance

Each recommendation must be clearly justified and supported with academic references.

5. Reflection concluding thoughts about the analysis and organisational improvements.

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ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Use Harvard referencing style correctly Use at least 10 academic references (journal articles, books, or industry reports) Avoid blogs or weak online sources Demonstrate strong critical analysis Support arguments with academic evidence Ensure the work reflects postgraduate MBA-level resear

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